Total Knee Replacement

A total knee replacement can dramatically improve quality of life—restoring mobility, reducing pain, and helping you regain independence. At Access Physical Therapy, we guide you through every step of recovery with focused, personalized care to get you back on your feet with confidence.

What It Is

A total knee replacement (or total knee arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure that replaces the worn-out surfaces of the knee joint with artificial components. It's typically performed in cases of:

• Advanced osteoarthritis

• Degenerative joint disease

• Severe cartilage loss

• Chronic knee pain that limits mobility

While surgery repairs the structure, physical therapy is critical for rebuilding strength, restoring motion, and ensuring the success of the procedure.

What to Expect

Your rehabilitation is structured and progressive—tailored to your body’s healing pace and your personal goals. It may include:

• Gait training and use of assistive devices (walker, cane)

• Gentle range of motion exercises to reduce stiffness

• Strengthening of the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves

• Swelling and pain management strategies

• Balance and stair training

• Education on proper body mechanics for daily activities

We work closely with your surgeon’s protocol to ensure a safe, efficient recovery.

Who It’s For

• Patients recovering from total knee replacement surgery

• Adults with chronic knee pain and joint degeneration

• Individuals with mobility limitations affecting work, exercise, or independence

• Seniors aiming to stay active and reduce fall risk

• Anyone preparing for or healing from knee surgery

Why It Matters

Without rehabilitation, total knee replacement outcomes can fall short. With expert physical therapy, most patients experience dramatic improvement in mobility, strength, and pain reduction—often returning to activities they hadn’t done in years.

Our mission is to help you walk strong, move freely, and reclaim your life after surgery.